Support Worker

Thornfield House Residential Care Home; Scotland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care facility in Scotland is seeking a Support Worker passionate about making a difference in residents' lives. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living needs and healthcare tasks while engaging residents in meaningful activities. Ideal candidates will be caring, reliable, and have good communication skills. Training opportunities are available to progress your career in care.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career development

Chance to make a difference every day

Qualifications

• Registration with the SSSC or willingness to achieve it.
• PVG registered or willing to apply.
• Understanding of the SSSC Code of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living needs including personal care.
• Assist with healthcare tasks such as taking observations.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good communication skills

Team player

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Support Worker! Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you believe in treating others with dignity, respect, and kindness? If so, we’d love you to join our friendly and dedicated team as a Support Worker.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting residents with daily living needs including personal care, bathing, dressing, continence, and nutrition.
• Assisting with healthcare tasks such as taking observations (after training).
• Engaging residents in meaningful activities that promote wellbeing.
• Supporting with meals and refreshments, and assisting our catering and housekeeping teams when needed.
• Ensuring residents’ care plans are followed, updated, and tailored to their individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records and following all policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Supporting residents with palliative and end-of-life care in a compassionate way.
• Welcoming visitors, answering calls, and representing the home in a warm, professional manner.

Training & Development

We believe in investing in our team. You’ll receive full training, including:

• Fire Safety
• Moving & Handling
• Health & Safety
• First Aid
• Infection Prevention & Control
• Public Protection (Adults at Risk)
• Dementia Awareness
• Food Hygiene
• Duty of Candour

You’ll also have regular supervision and development sessions, with opportunities to progress your career in care.

What We’re Looking For

• Registration with the SSSC (or willingness to achieve this).
• PVG registered (or willing to apply).
• Awareness and understanding of the SSSC Code of Practice.
• A caring, respectful, and professional approach to work.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different needs.
• A team player who values confidentiality, dignity, and compassion.

Why Join Us

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Opportunities to learn, develop, and progress.
• The chance to make a real difference every single day.
• A workplace where residents feel at home—and staff do too!

If you’re caring, reliable, and ready to be part of a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in care!